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Prime members get early Spider-Man tickets

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Amazon is giving U.S. Prime members a two‑day head start on the theatrical debut of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day. The film will play in select cinemas on July 29, two days before its general release. Prime shoppers can purchase tickets through a dedicated Amazon‑Fandango page, but must be logged in to receive a “Notify Me” alert when sales open and generate buzz for the franchise.

The perk ties into Prime Day rollout, which runs June 23‑26. A standard U.S. membership costs $15 per month or $139 annually, with a 30‑day free trial for new users. Young adults aged 18‑24 can snag a discounted plan at $7.49 monthly, effectively halving the price and adding a six‑month trial, and streaming ecosystem.

Beyond early tickets, Prime still delivers its usual suite: free shipping, Prime Reading, Amazon Music and Prime Video, which now streams the Nicolas Cage‑led Spider‑Noir series. By bundling exclusive cinema access with its broader and streaming ecosystem, Amazon nudges shoppers toward higher‑value subscriptions, turning a blockbuster premiere into a membership incentive. The offer also pressures competing services to craft similar early‑access deals, reshaping how studios schedule premieres.